Fauja Singh, who was famous for his amazing marathon records worldwide as Turban Tornado, passed away. On Monday, 114 -year -old Fauja Singh was hit by an unknown vehicle outside his house in Jalandhar. He left for a walk. Seriously injured troop
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The police have registered a case against the unknown driver on the complaint of his son. Fauja Singh lived with his son in Beas Pind. He will be cremated here today.
Fauja Singh, who arrived for treatment after the accident, has revealed this photo from the hospital. He died here.
Fauja Singh’s head was hurt Fauja Singh had serious injuries on the head, chest and ribs. Due to which he died. According to family members, Fauja Singh left the house to take a walk after having dinner on Monday at three in the afternoon. During this time when he reached the highway, the car hit him on the side.
According to the family, Fauja Singh had a citizenship of England. After Korona, he used to go very rarely abroad, now he lived with his son in Jalandhar. His son and daughter live in the UK and Canada.
Police bid- the car is located SHO Hardev Singh of Adampur police station has told that Fauja Singh’s son was informed to the police. After this, teams reached the spot for investigation. At the moment, the car has not been detected, which has hit Fauja Singh. We are investigating the case. An FIR has been registered in the case.
Fauja Singh reached the hospital with family members and police reached after receiving information.
Completed first marathon at the age of 90 Fauja Singh was born in 1911 in Beas Pind in Jalandhar district of Punjab. He became an example all over the world, when he started running marathon internationally at the age of 90. His hard work and indomitable courage made him famous as ‘Turban Tornado’ (Turban Hurricane).
Fauja Singh completed his first marathon race at the age of 90. In 2004, he completed the London marathon at the age of 93. In 2011, at the age of 100, he completed the Toronto marathon and set a record in the 100+ category. He is considered the oldest marathon runner ever, who completed many marathon races.
The death of son-daughter and wife forced to run Fauja Singh suffered many personal sorrows in his life, which inspired him to run again. In August 1994, his fifth son Kuldeep killed him in a construction accident and his wife and eldest daughter in 1992 put him in deep shock. These sufferings forced him to resolve to run again in 1995. In the 1990s, he moved to England and started living in Ilford with his son.
Fauja Singh also had a citizenship of England.
International marathon race started at the age of 89 At the age of 89, he started running seriously and started participating in the international marathon. When he first arrived at Redbridge, Essex for training, he came wearing a three-piece suit. The coach had to change his complete preparation, even clothes. Fauja Singh completed his first race as the London Marathon in 2000.
Made a world record, advertised after the age of 90 At the age of 93, he completed a marathon in 6 hours 54 minutes, which was 58 minutes better than the best time recorded at the age of 90. In 2004 the same year he appeared alongside David Beckham and Mohammad Ali in an adidas News-Patiala campaign. At the age of 94, he broke Britain’s records in races ranging from 200 meters to 3000 meters.
8 records made at the age of 100 At the age of 100, Fauja Singh set eight world records in a single day at a special event held in Toronto, Canada. He completed races ranging from 100 meters to 5000 meters with new parameters. 3 days later, he completed the Toronto Water Front Marathon and claimed that he was the first to complete the marathon at the age of 100.
His biography was launched in Turband Turnedado 2011 at the House of Lords in Britain. This year he became the oldest man in Peta’s campaign. In 2012, he became a honored guest at the 101 and running theme event held in Malaysia and was awarded The Brand Laure Award.
Retirement from competitive race A few weeks before the 102nd birthday in 2013, he completed the 10 km race in Hong Kong Marathon in 1 hour 32 minutes and announced his retirement from the competitive race. However, he also said that he would run for health, joy and charity.
Jalandhar district administration issued a statement from the government On the death of Fauja Singh, the Jalandhar administration expressed grief on behalf of the government. In which it was said that we are in deep mourning due to the death of the great marathon runner and Sardar Fauja Singh, a symbol of determination and hope. We also got the privilege of walking with him during the two -day ‘drug -free Rangla Punjab’ March, which started from his native village Beas in December 2024. Even at that time, his presence filled unprecedented energy and enthusiasm in the entire campaign.
On behalf of Jalandhar district administration, we express deep condolences to his family and his fans present around the world. We pray to God that his soul should be given peace and his family to bear the power to endure this sorrow. “
Fauja Singh with Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria.
Now read which leader paid tribute to veteran athlete Fauja Singh
⦁ Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand Kataria – The departure of Fauja Singh ji, a great marathon runner and a symbol of determination, was very sad. Even at the age of 114, he took part with me in ‘drug -free – Rangla Punjab’ March with unprecedented enthusiasm and energy. His legacy will always inspire. ॐ Peace ॐ.
⦁ Former CM and MP Charanjit Singh Channi – Gaurav of Punjab, 114 -year -old Bapu Fauja Singh, was very sad to hear the news of his death in a road accident. He was a source of inspiration for the new generation. May God give peace to his soul.
⦁ BJP leader Parneet Kaur – Marathon runner Fauja Singh, who dedicated his life to the race, said goodbye to us today. He inspired the world. Tribute to him.
⦁ SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal – Punjab and the whole world lost a veteran. His unwavering spirit and determination will continue to inspire crores. He taught that nothing is impossible.
⦁ Congress MLA Pargat Singh – The death of Sardar Fauja Singh ji, the great marathon runner of the century, was deeply saddened. His life and his legacy will always inspire for drug -free Punjab.
⦁ Akali Dal leader Daljit Singh Cheema – Today, at the age of 114, it was very sad to hear the news of the death of the great athlete Sardar Fauja Singh ji. He was a symbol of tolerance and inspiration. His life will always inspire generations to come.
⦁ Former Deputy CM Sukhjinder Randhawa – The death of famous runner Fauja Singh ji was heartbreaking. He not only raced for 114 years, but also illuminated the name of Punjab all over the world. His passion will always be remembered.